With summer winding down, hopefully some of you are getting ready for a little vacation before returning to school and work. I have a few ideas for your travel knitting, each a one skein project. There is a nice assortment, with some (like Nereid) requiring more concentration than others (like Chiaroscuro.) Not planning any travel? These are also great for gift-giving, so jump-start your holiday knitting!
Interweave is also having a really special 30% off, beginning Monday, 8/11/14, in case there are other books or goodies in your fantasy shopping-cart!
I also have a few new designs to share, now available in my Ravelry pattern shop. All three are one-skein projects. Each is perfect for travel knitting and also make perfect gifts.
1) The first new design is the Chiaroscuro Scarf, which is very simple to make and ideal travel knitting.
The yarn is Risoni, from The Loom, and I just loved working with it. Because the yarn has so much texture and silky-sheen, keeping it simple is key. The fabric has amazing sheen and drape.
But of course not totally simple! Beads AND silk always work well together, so I could not resist...
2) The second new design is Rainbow Mitts.
This design uses one skein of Mini Mochi Yarn, from Crystal Palace. If you want to make the pair match you will need a second skein, but I suggest that in the spirit of diversity, please feel free to allow them
to be different…These were a special request, to mark Boston Pride. They are worked in the round on double-point needles, with lace and cables. The pattern has loads of stretch and will fit most adult hands. They are fun to work, offer a little challenger, and are perfect travel knitting.
3) The third new design is my Isle of Skye Ribbon Cowl.
This is also a one skein project, using Jade Sapphire Brigadoon. It is worked in the round using a simple diagonal lace stitch. Ribbons are woven through the eyelets created by the lace after it is blocked. Beads are threaded on the ribbons ends. It can be worn several ways, and is a fun combination of classic and modern. Works up quickly and perfect for gift-giving! For a more simple look, omit the ribbons and beads.
Finally, a little plug for my up-coming video. I just accidentally found this floating out there on YouTube. Did I ever tell all of you that I was born and raised in Brooklyn, New York? No?? I am afraid that this will leave very little doubt about that...I will let you all know when the full video is available:)
I will be back next week with another new design! Something for two skeins. Until then, knit on!
